INSPECTOR

Job Description:

INSPECTOR

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: GREENSPACE /GROUND MAINTENANCE
REPORTING LOCATION: 2999 South Wayside Dr.*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: M - F 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM *
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe, well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD seeks an Inspector to join its Greenspace Management/Quality Assurance team.

Provides routine and scheduled inspections within city parks to ensure safety and quality of work.

• Identifies and corrects safety hazards as needed to maintain safe park environments.
• Ensures parks meet all required safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepares, conducts, and schedules inspections of esplanades and parks.
• Verifies proper maintenance of irrigation systems and park amenities.
• Performs documentation and filing activities in common databases such as Mapper, Cityworks, and 3 1 1.
• Ensures contractor work performed within parks and esplanades adheres to all contractual requirements, safety standards, and contract compliance expectations.
• Maintains clear, concise, factual, and impartial communication when rendering judgment.
• May be required to work weekends and/or holidays based on operational needs.
• Performs other duties and activities as required during operations.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/ wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma/GED certificate and up to 18 months of education or training in the area of inspection to be performed.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of journey level experience related to the area of inspection to be performed or required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
May require a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with:
Ground maintenance and previous supervisory experience. Also, candidates who served as a crew lead in the field. Prior park maintenance /inspections experience. CDL license and pesticide applicator's license are desirable but not required. Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel programs, and working an Android tablet to upload information/ photos in the field.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 18

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-8357.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-7091 (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. If you need special services or accommodations call TTY 7-1-1.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 7/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,015.27 - $2,807.52 Biweekly